Four novels have been spanned in the franchise, written by 4 different authors,
while all illustrations are drawn by Tsukasa Hojo. Published by Shueisha.
| Novel Titles & Light Synopsis | ||
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City Hunter 1 | Released: 1993, April 26th |
| Author: Sotochi Shoji (外池省二) | ||
| In the hustle and bustle of the metropolis, Ryo and Kaori returns. This volume unravels some backstories of many of the main characters like Ryo, Kaori, Hideyuki and Saeko; and also features a man who was once apprehended by Hideyuki and back for revenge. | ||
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City Hunter 1 Special | Released: 1995, December 15th |
| Author: Amou Saya (天羽 沙夜) | ||
| James, a VIP, shows up in Japan with a request for Ryo and his friends, his mission - to protect a lady from danger. As the hidden truth is unraveled, a past that would have been forgotten gets revived. | ||
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City Hunter 2 | Released: 1997, April 24th |
| Author: Inaba Minoru (稲葉 稔) | ||
| The target is - a cat?! A request from Yuuka, a mysterious Chinese beauty, for Ryo and Kaori to search for her beloved pet. However, a formidable trap lies in wait by the Chinese Mafia. | ||
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City Hunter 2 Special | Released: 1999, April 2nd |
| Author: Kishima Nobuaki (岸間 信明) | ||
| This volume is the novelization of the TV anime series. A lady's request for protection is made to Ryo and friends. On the other hand, they also ended up on the TV coverage as kidnappers... | ||
Source:Shueisha